There will be a SKI CLUB MEETING on Friday, January 5th!
Happy New Year! We hope everyone is enjoying the holiday break and is able to find time to relax. Looking forward to starting the New Year fresh!
Wishing you and your family a very Merry Christmas! We hope you are able to take the time to enjoy this special day today. Be safe and Happy Holidays!
Our 5th graders are feeling festive! Happy Holidays!
This is a friendly reminder that tomorrow (12/22) is an Early Dismissal. Students will be dismissed from Halsted at 11:55am. A "grab and go" lunch will be available for students who are interested!
Last week, a small group of Halsted Symphonic Band members travelled with Mrs. Young to Newton ShopRite to share their musical gifts and spread cheer in our community. Go Braves and Happy Holidays!
Our Halsted students are working hard at the rehearsal to get ready for tonight's concert! Keep up the good work, kids!
Halsted's Winter Band/Chorus Concert is TONIGHT at Newton High School at 7pm. This is a free event for families and friends to attend. We hope to see you there!
Congratulations to Halsted' ESP (Education Support Professional) of the Year, Ashley Ahearn! We are beyond grateful to have you as an incredible team member here.
Congratulations to Halsted's Teacher of the Year, Eileen Fisher! This award is WELL DESERVED. We are so lucky to have you as such an amazing teacher here.
Please see this week’s events of the great things happening in our community. The events can now be found under the Community and Events link on our new website: https://newtonpsnj.sites.thrillshare.com/page/events
The holidays are in full swing! Need a gift idea for someone? Consider Halsted Gear! Check out the available pieces in the link below https://ftcustomapparel.com/collections/halsted-middle-school
Students, are you interested in SET DESIGN? There will be a brief informational meeting on Monday, Dec. 11 at 2:45 in the Art Room. Set Design is open to students in grades 6-8.
Our December "focus" for the Halsted 5 is RESPECT.
This is a reminder that the Halsted Student Council is participating in Project Self Sufficiency’s “Stuff the Stocking” event. Please consider donating new toys and/or gift cards for families needing presents to give their children during this joyful holiday season. Donations will be accepted from through December 11th and can be brought to room 207 or the main office lobby. Thank you!
Student Council Members, mark your calendars for your upcoming meetings!
December 6th: 5th and 6th grade
December 13th: 7th grade
December 20th: 8th grade
January 3rd: Officers
The 8th Grade Parent Committee is hosting a fundraiser for Grades 6-8 on December 8th from 7-9:30. Join us for a Movie Night (Elf) at Halsted Middle School. Tickets are $5.00 per student. Permission slips must be signed to attend. Hope to see you there!
Dear Halsted Community,
Happy Thanksgiving! We are so grateful to work with such awesome staff and students every day here at Newton. We hope you enjoy the holiday!
As a friendly reminder, please see the important information about our school schedule for this week:
Wednesday, November 22 - Early Dismissal. (Students released at 11:55am)
Thursday, November 23 - No School. Happy Thanksgiving!
Friday, November 24 - No School.
We hope you enjoy the long weekend!
The Cast List for Oliver Jr. will be posted today after school. Please email Mr. Miller immediately to say if you accept or deny your role. Our first rehearsal is tomorrow after school until 5:30.